"Associate Director of the Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership"

About the role

As the Associate Director of the Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership, you will provide senior leadership and operational management for one of Australia’s most significant initiatives in Indigenous business.

Reporting to the Centre Director and guided by the Indigenous Advisory Group, you will represent the Centre across the Indigenous business ecosystem and help deliver its ambitious ten-year strategy, while leading its operational and financial management with a strong focus on revenue generation and sustainability.

You will partner closely with academic leaders and staff to foster collaboration across research, teaching, and engagement, and build a unified “one team” culture where professional and academic staff work seamlessly together.

This is a unique opportunity to influence outcomes at a national scale, driving both strategic growth and tangible impact for Indigenous businesses and communities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the Centre’s operations, governance, and compliance.
• Driving financial sustainability, budget planning, and revenue-raising initiatives.
• Mentoring and developing a professional team that supports academics and researchers.
• Building strong relationships with Indigenous businesses, communities, philanthropists, and government stakeholders.
• Representing the Centre publicly, strengthening its reputation across national and international networks.

You may be a great fit if:

• You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage (essential).
• You hold postgraduate qualifications (or equivalent experience) and bring extensive management and leadership expertise.
• You have proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver operational sustainability.
• You are experienced in building strong partnerships with Indigenous communities, academia, and business.
• You bring exceptional communication skills, governance knowledge, and the ability to represent the Centre publicly.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

Join Us! If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply with: Your resume, A cover letter outlining your interest and experience, The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description). For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.